Algebra 1 · Expressions & Equations

Expression

Algebra 1 · Expressions & Equations

Definition

An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations with no equals sign.

Examples

  • 3x + 5 is an expression.
  • 2(x - 1) + 4 is an expression.

Key rule

An expression can be simplified or evaluated but never solved.

Memory hook

Expression = no equals sign, nothing to solve.